Up to an hour
Tate Modern – Gallery Discovery Tour
Get under the skin of modern and contemporary art at the Tate Modern.
What you'll do
Explore the Tate Modern collections with an expert on hand on one of their exciting Discovery Tours.
This one-hour tour will take you on a journey of the main collections at the Tate Modern. Collections include topics such as International Surrealism, Civil War, and The Shape of Words.
Encompassing the most famous works of modern art, this tour ensures visitors will explore the 'must-see' artworks and displays at this iconic London gallery. Famous artists who have work displayed at the Tate Modern include Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, and Salvador Dali.
Every Discovery Tour is different. Run by passionate volunteers from a wide range of backgrounds, you never know what you might learn or which artist’s story you might hear about.
The tours delve into specialist subjects and provide fascinating insights beyond the descriptions on the gallery walls.
Discovery Tours are also ideal for visitors who are pressed for time but want to fully appreciate the gallery’s highlights and must-sees.
The Tate Modern displays a collection of British and international modern and contemporary art from all continents.
Tate Modern Discovery Tour highlights
Learn more about the artists behind the work
Gain a deeper understanding into the artists’ life, work, and inspirations.
Led by a specialist volunteer
Hear from members of the Tate Modern community about their favourite works. Every tour is different!
Maximise your time at the Tate Modern
A guided tour is perfect for those with limited time to spend at the gallery.
What's included
One-hour guided tour of the main collections of the Tate Modern
Knowledgeable volunteer guide
Where you'll be
Tate Modern , Bankside , London, UKHow to get there
Blackfriars
Operating hours
Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays only:
Tours depart at 11.30AM
Closings & holidays
24th, 25th, 26th December.
No Discovery Tours on bank holidays
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